Welcome!

In 2018, we continue to share our passion of living a healthier, happier, more productive life through outdoor recreation. Being active outdoors has greatly improved our physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual health, especially because of the relationships that are created and strengthened. Our desire is to continue to help people experience this same great feeling through our many local outings and adventure trips. It’s very healing, motivating, inspiring and energizing! Please join us.

This is part of a series of hikes offered weekly throughout the entire year. We are the most consistent hiking group in Utah, with a hike every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning since February 2003. When you arrive you'll be greeted by kind, caring, friendly people.

Regardless of your hiking level or ability, you are invited to join us in our beautiful outdoor playground known as the Wasatch Mountains and far beyond. We hike a different trail often and look forward to meeting new hikers as well as strengthening friendships with loyal, core members.In addition to local hikes, join us on our many exciting, adventure trips, domestic and international.

Specific details about this hike may not be posted online but will be discussed at the meeting place prior to leaving for the hike, however, all Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday hikes are very similar.

Even though our hikes are in a wide range of trails, canyons, and terrain, the format and guidelines are always the same. Become familiar with them if you haven't already by clicking on the links below.

Equipment or Gear

Water - 2 liters is generally plenty for our outings, however, 1 liter or 1 quart per hour of hiking is recommendedSnack i.e. granola bar, trail mix, nutsSun protection i.e. sunscreen, lip balmWarm hatSunglassesLight jacket for wind protection, cooler temperaturesBase layer for a top. Long underwear if temperatures dictateWater proof pants for stormy days. Warm coat for colder daysAvoid wearing cotton clothing anytime since it doesn’t wick. First Aid Kit - (basic supplies i.e. bandaids, aspirin, Neosporin, moist towelettes, etc.)Cell phone - service may be spotty in the canyonsCameraFlashlight - Most of our hikes are in the morning but it is always a good item to have. Water proof rain coat.Kahtoola Micro Spikes (or equivalent). Used for hiking on ice/snow packed trails. In the past we have used spikes 80% of the time and snowshoes 20%.Snowshoes (generally are used right after a significant snowfall.) Within 4 - 5 days after a snowstorm many of the trails are packed down so spikes are used more. When hiking in deeper power snowshoes are definitely needed.

FYI: I rent MSR Snowshoes (I own 15 pair). Cost: $10/pair. Text me no later than the night before to reserve a pair. Pay me at the meeting place or on VENMO.I sell Micro Spikes. Cost: $50/pair. Reg. $75.I don’t have any snowshoes for sale.Plan to carry the spikes in your backpack while hiking. You may not need them at the beginning of the hike but at some point you will generally need them.For help finding quality winter clothing and gear on a shoestring budget:Contact The Gear Room, tell them Sheryl sent you. They are a quality consignment shop for outdoor sports. 2258 Fort Union Blvd, Cottonwood Heights. (801) 448-3037.Tell me at our meeting place and I can help you in person

TIP: When carpooling get your driver’s cell phone # in case you get separated. Bring a few dollars to give your driver if you are carpooling.Add my contact info to your phone. Sheryl: 801-278-5313

Location

6200 South UTA Park n Ride

6570 South Wasatch Blvd, Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121

Start gathering at 8:00. Leave for hike at 8:30. See TIMELINE below. No dogs allowed in Big or Little Cottonwood Canyons. Find us on the south end of the parking lot. Questions? Call/text 801-278-5313

Timeline

8:00 AM

Start gathering

There is a 30 minute window for hikers to arrive. Join us for a short pre-hike meeting as we greet everyone, introduce new hikers, go over final instructions, address any concerns, arrange carpools, and announce upcoming events.

8:30 AM

Drive to trailhead

Hikers are encouraged to gather at our meeting place, not the trailhead in case there is a last minute change of plans. If you need to meet us at the trailhead, text me by 8 AM so you'll be informed if there has been a change.

9:00 AM

Arrive at trailhead, start hiking

The trailhead is generally within 10 - 30 minutes from our 6200 South meeting place UNLESS otherwise stated. Generally there is limited parking at the trailheads so carpool as much as possible. Some trailheads have a bathroom, many do not. If you would like to do a shorter hike, let me know before we leave the meeting place since others may want to join you. This happens very often so tell me and I'll help you find some compatible hiking buddies!

12:00 PM

Off the trail

Off the trail between 11:30 AM - 12 noon, depending on the hike. If it is an Out and Back trail, we generally turn around to head back down the mountain by 10:30 AM. There is always a variety of hikers moving at different speeds which is exactly what we want. Come often and get to know fellow hikers with similar abilities.

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Meet Sheryl

Hi, I'm Sheryl McGlochlin, and I love people! I believe everyone comes with plenty of baggage and it's all good! Even those who are harder to love have taught me so much about myself. I have a passion for life and I hate wasting a moment of it. I have been blessed with plenty of energy and enthusiasm. I know there is great healing power in being active outdoors surrounded by nature, and my deepest desire is to help others discover that. My faith in God and the feeling of His great love for me, my family, and my friends are what make me excited to get up each morning. I look forward to meeting you soon!